Are you planning to use it or just look at it? Make sure you oil it well for long term use. Use protection for rains. Use it for exercise only but not for stunts or back seat riding, if not you might get hurt. Always take shower after exercise.

Going South wrote:Are you planning to use it or just look at it? Make sure you oil it well for long term use. Use protection for rains. Use it for exercise only but not for stunts or back seat riding, if not you might get hurt. Always take shower after exercise.

Lol I just took it out for 20 miles but it did rain on my, I live in a wild and windy rural area of the UK.

And I don't do stunts etc, it's a road bike. I try and do between 70 and 100 miles a week or so. Only got into it in July really enjoying it.

That is quite sexy - I'll leave it for Lungi to ask to see you in your lycra.

I've taken to cycling a fair bit myself in the last 12 months, not ready to spend that much on a bike yet though. Also found out that GS wasnt talking rubbish - bikes do like oil. Keeps those gear changes nice and smooth.

I dont think the USA is ready for a cycle scheme yet - it must be popular in some parts of the country though?

TedWard wrote:That is quite sexy - I'll leave it for Lungi to ask to see you in your lycra.

I've taken to cycling a fair bit myself in the last 12 months, not ready to spend that much on a bike yet though. Also found out that GS wasnt talking rubbish - bikes do like oil. Keeps those gear changes nice and smooth.

I dont think the USA is ready for a cycle scheme yet - it must be popular in some parts of the country though?

Yeah I do oil my gears from time to time on my old bike (9 years old) but this new one I bought today, after a 35 mile test ride on it last week.

The bicycle you buy convey your personality nothing to do with if you are rich or poor. I buy knock off bicycles, sun glasses, umbrellas & watches often bought on a sale. I tend to forget these. I keep 3 different of each and I would be less miserable if they are lost and won't bother searching for them as I often find them later on. I follow American rule of "if it's not working throw away and buy a new one" and don't bother "fixing them for reuse" as most American products are made in China.